A growing number of colleges and universities are offering competitive esports (electronic sports) teams. Now some doctors are calling for gamers to be treated like other college athletes, because just like with other sports, they also suffer injuries. Ryan Harran and Daniel Singh are both universi...
The University of Staffordshire last year launched its bachelor's and master's esports programs, in which students mainly learn marketing and management skills tailored to the industry. This autumn, it's expanding the program to London while other schools are also debuting esports degree courses, ...
Esports is recognized as an official Varsity sport at Boise State, with teams selected from current full and part time students attending the school. There is a dedicated arena, complete with a two-tiered stage system, professional broadcasting area, and a large section for spectators. Players ar...
Colleges across the country launched the first-ever BTEC in esports this month. So what can we expect from the course? Is it just a gimmick that will let students spend their study time competitive-gaming? Or will it provide young people with the skills
Competitive gaming, or eSports, is a growing outlet, with many colleges fielding eSports teams and competing in national competitions. The cost of attending college continues to rise, but countless scholarships exist to help pay students pay for their education. While many scholarships reward...
"We're talking to at least three or four new schools every single day. We did not expect this type of reaction," said Michael Brooks, executive director of the National Association of Collegiate eSports, a group that represents more than 40 schools with varsity gaming teams. "It caught us...
The school also has esports teams which compete in collegiate competitions. All DePaul students can live in university housing with on-campus options on both campuses. One option, University Center, is a multi-college community residence hall for students of any age. There, DePaul students are ...
“We’re talking to at least three or four new schools every single day. We did not expect this type of reaction,” said Michael Brooks, executive director of the National Association of Collegiate eSports, a group that represents more than 40 schools with varsity gaming teams. “It...
Simulation labs, Esports, SCUBA diving, Aviation, experiential learning, two public museums, Canine Learning and Behavior class, and a snow tubing park are some of the opportunities unique to Saint Francis University. Students enhance their academic and campus experiences with programs that fit their...
Supporters of collegiate gaming say varsity teams can bring national exposure to colleges at a relatively low cost, with the potential to land sponsorships that bring costs even lower. The University of California, Irvine, opened a new $250,000 "eSports arena" last year with financial backing ...